Psalm 22 Dealing with Sadness (Bowen) – Bible study

Sermon Psalm 22 Dealing with Sadness Dr. Gilbert W. Bowen Sadness. The blues. The National Institute of Mental health calls it an emotional state of dejection and sadness ranging from mild discouragement to real down-heartedness.It is a widespread condition. We’ve all been there at one time or another. According to Lou Harris, fifty-two percent of … Continue reading “Psalm 22 Dealing with Sadness (Bowen) – Bible study”

Psalm 23 Faith for Personal Crises (McLarty) – Bible study

Sermon Psalm 23 Faith for Personal Crises Dr. Philip W. McLarty In my seminary preaching class we debated the topic: When something catastrophic happens, when should the preacher stay the course and preach from the lectionary and when should he/she deviate from the text and address the topic of immediate concern? It’s a tricky balance. … Continue reading “Psalm 23 Faith for Personal Crises (McLarty) – Bible study”

Psalm 23 Funeral sermon: A Letter to the Deceased (Molin) – Bible study

Funeral Homily Psalm 23; Matthew 11:28-30 A Letter to the Deceased Pastor Steven Molin I knew there would be many voices heard today, sharing stories and memories; laughter and tears with you who knew and loved Steve. So rather than prepare a sermon, I simply wrote a letter. I hope it speaks for you in … Continue reading “Psalm 23 Funeral sermon: A Letter to the Deceased (Molin) – Bible study”

Psalm 25:1-10 Those Misleading Express Lanes (Wagner) – Bible study

Sermon Psalm 25:1-10 Those Misleading Express Lanes Dr. Keith Wagner One afternoon I was Christmas shopping and it was time to go through the check out lane. When I approached the cash registers every line was backed up 6-8 people deep. I looked all directions and noticed an “Express Lane – 5 items or less.” … Continue reading “Psalm 25:1-10 Those Misleading Express Lanes (Wagner) – Bible study”